Do You Need Rehab?

Have you been in a fashion rut? Do you look in your closet and see clothing only in the color black? Do you keep buying the same kind of jeans over and over? Do you have a favorite pair of shoes you wear every day? Do you have scarves, necklaces, and other accessories but just don't know what to do with them?

Then it's time for rehab.

Image Rehab is a cute little boutique tucked away in the corner of a salon in Catoosa. Proprietress Linda Lewis has a great eye for fashion and she knows what looks good on her clientele and what doesn't.

Freshening up your wardrobe at Image Rehab is easy...and not terribly expensive. Linda keeps lots of fashion-forward clothing and accessories in stock and she keeps her pricing reasonable, so it won't cost a fortune to rehab your closet.

Linda also carries these darling handmade purses, sewn by a local seamstress. They look like Vera Bradley bags, but without the sticker shock!

You don't have to wait for rehab either, because Image Rehab will be at the 2013 Rogers County United Way November 14-16 at the Rogers State University Centennial Center. Her boutique will be open from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, November 14 for the VIP Shopping Event (Tickets are $25) and will also be open Friday, November 15th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 16th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (General Admission tickets are $5).

For more information or for tickets, please call (918) 343-1165.

Santa: Caught Shopping At J&J

Word has it that the North Pole is slowly humming into action. Little elf hands, well-rested after a long break, are getting orders for toys for all of the world's good little boys and girls.

I recently caught up with Santa at J&J Pharmacy, which has had a booth at the Holiday Boutique since the show's inception five years ago. The jolly old elf was holding court in the middle of the store, surrounded by reindeer and snowmen who seemed appreciative of the recent cold front that had moved through our area. Here's how the conversation went:

HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE BLOGGER: Why, hello, Santa! It's so good to see you again!

SANTA: Ho, ho, ho! I'm glad to see you, too! Have you been good this year?

HB BLOGGER: I've been too busy to be bad!

SANTA: Ho, ho, ho! Yes, I see that you're on the "Nice" list this year.

HB BLOGGER: So, Santa, what brings you to J&J Pharmacy?

SANTA: Well, I'm looking for a few items for Mrs. Claus. You know, she's prone to peek, so I can't very well leave the shopping to the elves. They'd tell her for sure!

HB BLOGGER: There are lots of really wonderful things at J&J. I'll bet she'd love some of this beautiful jewelry, a snuggly warm scarf, a Tyler candle, or a lovely "Gathering of Friends" cookbook.

SANTA: I'm having a hard time deciding, but I thought I'd start out with these cute cocktail napkins. Mrs. Claus does know how to throw a party!

HB BLOGGER: (laughing out loud) Rudolph won't think that's funny at all!

SANTA: He can be a little sensitive sometimes. Perhaps these will make him run faster...I can use all the speed he can muster!

HB BLOGGER: Did you see these adorable Slap watches? I saw them on the Ellen Degeneres Show, and I think Mrs. Claus would look really spiffy with one of these slapped onto her wrist!

SANTA: She'd definitely like one of those, especially the one with the bling around the face! Ho, ho, ho!

HB BLOGGER: Santa, it's been so much fun chatting with you, but I've got to run. I'm so very busy putting the finishing touches on the Holiday Boutique.

SANTA: Have a wonderful time, my dear, and I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy Ho, Ho, Ho Holiday Boutique!

Don't miss a chance to shop for goodies at the J&J Pharmacy booth at the 2013 Holiday Boutique November 14, 15, and 16! Tickets are on sale now - $25 for Thursday's VIP Shopping Event and $5 for General Admission tickets. Please contact the Rogers County United Way at (918) 343-1165 or any United Way Agency for tickets. See you there!

Feast Your Eyes on This...

Ladies, I hope you've got your pocketbook, your cash, your checks, your credit cards, WHATEVER!, and you're ready to shop. In just two days, the door will open on the best Holiday Boutique yet. We're full to the brim with vendors, ready to bring you the very best they have to offer.

This blog posting will be a hodge-podge of delights, because frankly I am running out of time. The doors open in just 51 hours!

Tiny Cakes and Truffles, a lovely little bakery in Claremore and Owasso will be bringing their sweets and decadent goodies like these princess crown cookies. Don't those look mouthwateringly tasty? Nobody can resist a sweet treat for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

Our favorite Chrome Cowgirl, Melissa Kanten, will be back with her blinged-out gorgeous stuff. Melissa always has cute boots, jeans, jewelry, and t-shirts. Last year, she had these darling t-shirts that said, "Define Good," with an obviously spoiled woman depicted on the front of the shirt. I just had to have it! Wore it several times throughout the Holiday Season. It might even make a comeback at this year's Holiday Boutique...you just never know! Melissa, we can't wait to see what else you've got, girl!

New to the boutique this year is KynLeigh's Designs, an embroidery boutique out of Inola that has absolutely  darling baby layette items, such as embroidered onesies, burp cloths, and blankets. I just love this Sooner-inspired onesie with the matching hair bow. Some little OU cutie will be all dolled up in that one! Don't worry, Cowboy fans, KynLeigh's has OSU stuff, too!

The ever-popular Designer's Choice will also be back this year with cute purses, wallets, sunglasses, and other items for the trendy fashionista. You won't want to miss this booth...there's always something cute and must-have for sale.

Last, but certainly not least, is CS Jewelry Design, a new vendor that will be bringing vintage jewelry designs for the discriminating jewelry shopper. The Holiday Boutique has always had lots of jewelry (and this year will be no exception!), but I don't think we've ever had anything quite like this. You're going to love CS Jewelry Design, guaranteed!

There are just a few tickets left for Thursday night. Call now if you want one - (918) 637-4129! They're going fast...Otherwise, you can get a General Admission ticket at the door Friday morning at 10 a.m. That's when the Holiday Boutique officially opens for business at the RSU Centennial Center. We can't wait to see you!

Two Of My Favorite Things...

The mere sight of this purse had me scanning my closet wondering what I had that was purple, or a complementary shade. I love it. I've not seen anything this gorgeous in a while.

Join me in welcoming Grace Adele and Velata to the 2012 Holiday Boutique. Both of these companies, affiliated with the company that first brought us Scentsy, will be represented in two separate booths at the boutique. Grace Adele is the purveyor of this gorgeous purple purse.

And I know quite a few Claremore ladies who would love this zebra-stripe inspired tote.

Or this lovely red leather satchel...

And, oh my goodness. My inner leopard is leaping around thinking about this lovely animal-print confection.

Next, to Velata. I was wondering one day, while melting wax into my Scentsy pot how long it would take someone to figure out a way to put fondue in one of these amazing pots. Alas, it very clearly states that it is not suitable for food use.

Someone at the company was picking up on my vibes, though, because now we have Velata, Scentsy's answer to the chocolate fondue pot:

And into this lovely little pot, you put this delectable confection...this one is called caramel milk premium Belgian chocolate...

It is, of course, the Food of the Gods. Speaking of Food of the Gods, have I mentioned how much I love dark chocolate? Particularly premium Belgian dark chocolate? Where are the strawberries when I need them??

Velata knows how to speak my language...this is one of their starter kits. I just might have to have this for Christmas.

Purses and chocolate, just two of my favorite things! Oh, how I am looking forward to the Rogers County United Way Holiday Boutique!!!

For Gifts and More, See Tiffany's Store

It's always Bedlam at Tiffany's Gifts in Catoosa. Whether you holler for the crimson and cream or the orange and black, you're sure to find just what you're looking for in collegiate-themed gear, like these unique OU and OSU tree ornaments.

For the home, Tiffany's stocks a wide array of wall art, like this wood and metal fleur-de-lis wall plaque, perfect for a French-inspired room.

Tyler home fragrances are available as well in all of the popular scents, such as Diva and High Maintenance.

Every hostess needs serving platters for holiday parties and get-togethers. This black damask-patterned serving piece has two generous bowls - one for dip, one for dipping devices - and a spreader is included.

Need decorating ideas or color inspiration? Tiffany's can help you out with that, as well. There are a variety of cleverly staged displays throughout the store, including this display of red pottery.

These heart adorned measuring cups are just a small part of Tiffany's wide selection of beautiful and functional kitchen tools.

This display shows how to elegantly marry turquoise, brown, and white accents in your home.

Visit Tiffany's Gifts at the Rogers County Holiday Boutique Friday, November 9th and Saturday, November 10th! Tickets are still available. Call the United Way Office at 918-343-1165 to get yours now!

Feather Your Nest With The French Nest

It started out as a girl's trip...my sister, sister-in-law, and I out for a Saturday jaunt to our old stomping grounds in Bartlesville. We had a hankering for a Murphy's junior hot hamburger and a chopped salad with garlic dressing. We were on a mission.

We ended up at a really cool antique and craft show in Dewey...and that's where we found it...the cutest little boutique I'd ever seen. I was immediately drawn to the gorgeous fall florals, the birdcage lamps with decorated lampshades, and some of the cutest home decor items I'd seen in a while.

It's called The French Nest and just feast your eyes on all the lovelies this store contains...

Did I tell you they had florals? They do! Oh, so pretty!

And lots of bird-inspired artwork and birdy dust-collectors...

I laughed out loud when I saw this little plaque...it says, "If I die in Wal-Mart, please drag my body over to Neiman Marcus." You gotta admit that's funny!

I love all of these lamps! Yes, please...I'll take one of each.

Just take a quick gander at this gorgeous store! Trust me when I say that you are in for a real treat. The French Nest in Bartlesville is a treasure-trove of beautiful and stately items just waiting to go home with you and freshen up your decor!

Holiday Boutique tickets are still on sale - $12 general admission. Call (918) 343-1165 for yours today!

Hone Your Sweet Tooth at The Nut House

I have a terribly errant sweet tooth. Do you have any idea how hard it is to take pictures of peanut brittle and not tear into one of the packages? I'm telling you...it really doesn't pay to be the Queen of the Blogosphere for the Rogers County United Way Holiday Boutique.

They sent me to The Nut House.

No. Not THAT Nut House. Stop that! I hear you snickering...

The Nut House in Verdigris, silly!

It had been a while since I'd been out there. Oh, my goodness! They have the cutest kitchen stuff! Like these darling measuring spoons and the ceramic mixing bowl full of all sorts of yummy things to make blueberry pancakes.

And the fudge counter. Oh, I did some damage at the fudge counter. I just had to try one of everything. My pants aren't going to fit after this. Did I mention that Hazel, the proprietress of The Nut House will be bringing her yummy fudge to the Holiday Boutique? Well, she is. 

She's also going to bring some wonderful kitchenware with her, like these cookie cutters, which will be just perfect for making cookies for Santa.

And all of these terrifically tasty mixes, jams, and syrups from Stonewall Kitchen. They're to die for!

Hazel has already started decorating for Christmas, and she's planning to bring along some of these cute snowmen, Santas, and elves. They'll be perfect for gift-giving!

I love the sequined trees and the snowman advent calendar!

While I was there, I found this precious little red bird, and I was totally planning on adding him to my Christmas tree later on, but when I got home, he looked so sad and lonely and he made my heart feel so warm inside, that I decided to tuck him into the flower arrangement on my bedside table. I think he looks just perfect there.

He makes me smile.

Don't forget - you, too, can shop at The Nut House during the 2012 Holiday Boutique. It's less than two weeks away! Get your tickets now! (918) 343-1165.